Spain • Canary Islands • Lanzarote
Hot underfoot... Some of our daysArrival dayA short transfer takes us from Arrecife airport to our hotel in Playa Blanca in time for a swim in the pool before a brief introduction to the island and dinner. Teguise market and Haria.Starting in Teguise on market day, we drive north to Haria to walk in the valley of a thousand palm trees. We take a beautiful ancient pilgrim's trail, to reach the Ermita de las Nieves, along the Risco de Famara, with spectacular views down to the sea and the surrounding islands. The mountains of fireAn extraordinary walk amidst the reds, ochres and blacks of this lunar-like landscape demonstrates the power of the natural world. After a visit to a geothermic exhibition we walk to the very edge of the Caldera Blanca, stepping on the still-warm lava. Papagayo, Femes and YaizaAfter a visit to the nature reserve of Playa de Papagayo, we head to the ancient village of Femes, where we start a fine circular walk, with marvellous views around the peak of Atalaya de Femes and a stop in Yaiza. Free dayA chance to relax around the pool or take an optional tour, with a particular focus on the creations of Cesar Manrique, including his cactus garden, the famous Mirador del Rio which he transformed from a military settlement and an incredible lava cave system. La GeriaThe vineyards of La Geria are uniquely cultivated behind protecting walls and Alberto, the local wine-master will introduce us to the subtleties of the wines. Our walk then starts from Teguise, the ancient island capital, and takes us to the hills of the Ermita de las Nieves, with stunning views of the small islands of La Graciosa and Alegranca. El Golfo, Los Hervideros and the Salinas de JanubioFrom the spectacular volcanic crater of El Golfo, with its green lagoon, we move on to discover the amazing rock formations of Los Hervideros where we follow the walkways laid out by the artist, Cesar Manrique, through the maze of lava. Turning inland, we reach the Salinas de Janubio where the traditional method of extracting sea-salt continues. From here we return to our hotel via a beautiful coastal walk and the Montana Rocha, another ancient volcano. Departure dayWe depart for Arrecife airport after an early breakfast.
Note: This is a selection of the many options available. Weather
conditions, group interests and the tutor will influence the final itinerary.
Walking holiday destinations
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Dates and prices
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What's included
7 nights' bed and breakfast in en-suite accommodation, 5 lunches and 6 dinners with
wine
Personal welcome at Arrecife airport
Airport transfers in Lanzarote
5 full days walking
Air-conditioned transport
Visit to salt producers
Malvasia wine tasting
Visit Teguise market
Visit Timanfaya National Park
Travel & accommodation
Where we stay
Underfoot
Mostly stony paths and tracks with some open ground.
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